Our Addressing Fear, Loss and Trauma (AFLoaT) service supports women and birthing people in Surrey who are experiencing moderate to severe mental health difficulties related to pregnancy, childbirth or maternity-related loss.
These experiences can affect your mental health and wellbeing, as well as your relationships with partners and family members.
Our team includes psychologists, specialist midwives and mental health practitioners who work together to provide care and support.
How we can help
We offer specialist assessment, psychological support and treatment for people experiencing:
- Birth trauma – distressing or traumatic experiences during pregnancy or childbirth.
- Fear of childbirth (tokophobia) – intense fear or anxiety about giving birth.
- Perinatal loss – emotional difficulties following pregnancy loss or the death of a baby.
- Depending on your needs, support may include:
- Individual or group psychological therapy.
- Help with preparing for a future pregnancy.
- Advice and information to support your recovery.
- Information and resources for partners and families.
Appointments may take place online or face-to-face. You may need to travel within Surrey for some face-to-face appointments.
How to access support
You will need a referral from a health or social care professional, such as your GP, midwife, obstetrician or health visitor.
You cannot refer yourself directly to AFLoaT. If you think the service could help you, speak to a healthcare professional involved in your care.
Find out more
Explore our information about birth trauma, perinatal loss and fear of childbirth, including the support available.
